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Florence via the Alps

Travel to Zurich for a 1 night stay before heading by train through the Alps to Florence. With 3 nights in Florence you have plenty of time to visit the Uffizi Gallery, admire the architecture of the Duomo and wandering over the famous Ponte Vecchio.

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Itinerary - 5 Night Holiday By Rail

Day 1-2 - Zurich

Hotel du Théâtre

Travel from London to Paris on Eurostar, where you transfer onto the train to Zurich. Check-in at the Hotel du Théâtre.

The Hotel du Théâtre in Zurich is a historic hotel which was a theatre during the 1950s.The hotel has 50 contemporary and individually designed and furnished bedrooms, a cinema, an audio book library and a relaxing lounge. The hotel is in the centre of old Zurich. A short walk from the train station.

Days 2-5 - Florence

Balestri Hotel

Day 2 travel throught the Alps to Milan, where you transfer onto the train to Florence. Check-in at the Balestri Hotel.

The Balestri Hotel is a boutique family run hotel with 46 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a bar. The hotel is set in the historical centre of Florence beside the Arno river, and a short walk from Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery.

Days 5-6 - Turin

Mercure Torino Crystal Palace

Day 5 take the train from Florence to Turin, check-in at the Mercure Torino Crystal Palace.

The Mercure Torino Crystal Palace hotel in Turin is a modern hotel with 67 rooms and suites. The hotel also has an American bar. The hotel is located in the heart of Turin, right next to Porta Nuova train station.

Day 6 - Turin to London

Day 6, travel from Turin to Paris through the Alps. In Paris transfer onto the Eurostar to London.

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Zurich

Zurich has plenty to offer travellers looking for a laid back break from everyday life. Take a stroll along the winding streets in the old town or relax by the lake.

Florence

Florence is a gorgeous renaissance city world famous for its many artistic and architectural treasures. Explore Florence by foot and discover a new beautiful sight around every corner.

Turin

Famous as the home of the slow food movement and car manufacture, Turin is a buzzing city. Visit some of the city's museums and galleries, sample the local gourmet specialities

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Hotel du Théâtre

The Hotel du Théâtre in Zurich is a historic hotel which was a theatre during the 1950s.The hotel has 50 contemporary and individually designed and furnished bedrooms, a cinema, an audio book library and a relaxing lounge. The hotel is in the centre of old Zurich. A short walk from the train station.

Hotel Facilities

24 hour reception
Lift
Bar
Concierge

Room Facilities

Safe
Cable/Satellite TV
Hairdryer
Minibar
Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
Non-smoking Rooms

Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.

Balestri Hotel

The Balestri Hotel is a boutique family run hotel with 46 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a bar. The hotel is set in the historical centre of Florence beside the Arno river, and a short walk from Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery.

Hotel Facilities

Lift
Bar

Room Facilities

Safe
Air Conditioning
Hairdryer
Minibar

Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.

Mercure Torino Crystal Palace

The Mercure Torino Crystal Palace hotel in Turin is a modern hotel with 67 rooms and suites. The hotel also has an American bar. The hotel is located in the heart of Turin, right next to Porta Nuova train station.

Please note: There are currently construction works outside the hotel.

Hotel Facilities

24 hour reception
Bar
Wake up calls
Laundry

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning
Cable/Satellite TV
Hairdryer
Minibar

Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.

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Sign

Sign at Hotel du Théâtre
Bedroom

Bedroom at Hotel du Théâtre
Reception

Reception at Hotel du Théâtre
Breakfast Room

Breakfast Room at Hotel du Théâtre
Exterior

Exterior at Balestri Hotel
Reception

Reception at Balestri Hotel
Bedroom

Bedroom at Balestri Hotel
Lounge

Lounge at Balestri Hotel
Bar

Bar at Balestri Hotel
Exterior

Exterior at Mercure Torino Crystal Palace
Lobby

Lobby at Mercure Torino Crystal Palace
Bedroom

Bedroom at Mercure Torino Crystal Palace
Bathroom

Bathroom at Mercure Torino Crystal Palace
Bar

Bar at Mercure Torino Crystal Palace

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Hotel du Théâtre

“ Comfortable smallish 3* rooms with a touch of style on the edge of the old town. ”

Richard - May 2009

Balestri Hotel

“ Superb location alongside the Arno. From the river view rooms you can glimpse the Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery is a short walk away. ”

Simon - Nov 2007

“ Great location by the Arno - make sure you ask for an upgraded room - better quality for a small supplement. ”

Matthew - May 2009

Mercure Torino Crystal Palace

“ Perfect for stopovers due to it's proximity to Porta Nuova Station - for a longer break we have other hotels to make the most of Turin ”

Matthew - Sep 2009

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5 Night Holiday By Rail

This package includes return Eurostar travel between London and Paris, onward train travel from Paris to Zurich. 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich. Train travel from Zurich to Florence via Milan. 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Florence, train travel from Florence to Turin, 1 night hotel accommodation in Turin.

Price per person for 5 night holiday:

March

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£699
April

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£779
May

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£779
June

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£729
July

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£639
August

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£639
September

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£769
October

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£769
November

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Terms

Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements apply 18-24 Mar 2010, 09-13 May 2010, 04-06 Jun 2010, 03-06 Oct 2010, 20-21 Oct 2010.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.

Supplements apply: 22-28 Mar 2010, 7-13 May 2010, 2-7 Jul 2010, 20-27 Oct 2010, 30-31 Dec 2010.

Supplements apply and minimum 3 night stay: 31 Dec 2010.

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Itinerary - 5 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail

Zurich - Day 1-2

Schweizerhof Hotel

Travel from London to Paris on Eurostar, where you transfer onto the train to Zurich. Check-in at the Schweizerhof Hotel.

The Schweizerhof Hotel in Zurich is a traditional family-run hotel, with 115 comfortable and elegant bedrooms. Guests are provided with a butler service on arrival. The hotel has a French restaurant, and a bustling café. The hotel is opposite the main railway station, on the famous "Bahnhofstrasse".

Florence - Days 2-5

Santa Maria Novella Hotel

Day 2 travel throught the Alps to Milan, where you transfer onto the train to Florence. Check-in at the Santa Maria Novella Hotel.

The Santa Maria Novella Hotel is a historic hotel with romantic bedrooms. All bedrooms have views over Santa Maria Novella Piazza. The hotel has a bar and a lounge. The hotel is on Santa Maria Novella Piazza opposite the Cathedral and close to Florence’s central train station.

Turin - Days 5-6

Town House 70 Turin

Day 5 take the train from Florence to Turin, check-in at the Town House 70 Turin.

The Town House 70 Turin Hotel is a contemporary boutique hotel with 48 luxury bedrooms and suites. The hotel has a lounge bar. The hotel is in the centre of Turin, behind Piazza Castello and close to Via Roma.